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Railcar

SSW ETA 150

Built by SSW, Rathgeber, O&K, Wegmann

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Length
26.8 m
87 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1955
232 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'2'

Overview of the SSW ETA 150

Discover the ETA 150, a remarkable railcar built in Germany in 1955 by renowned manufacturers like SSW, Rathgeber, O&K, and Wegmann. This model, belonging to class DB 517 of Deutsche Bahn AG, represents a significant piece of railway history.

With a length of 26.8 meters and a top speed of 100 km/h, the ETA 150 is designed for the standard gauge of 1435 mm. Its UIC axle classification is Bo'2', highlighting its unique configuration and operational capabilities.

This railcar, both functional and historic, is a testament to the engineering of its era. Its design and performance make it an interesting subject for train enthusiasts and transport history buffs.

SSW ETA 150 technical specifications

Value
Built bySSW, Rathgeber, O&K, Wegmann · 1955232 units
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'2'
Length26.8 m87 ft 11 in

Operators of the SSW ETA 150

Railway companies that have operated the ETA 150, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 517Germany

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